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Marystown → Port Perry Road Trip Itinerary (Aug 20‑23, 2025)

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Day 1: Wednesday – Marystown to Stephenville

Morning: Depart Marystown early and follow the Trans‑Canada Highway along the scenic coastline to Stephenville. The drive takes about 2½ hours, offering views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Afternoon: Explore the charming town, stopping at the Stephenville Atrium for a quick coffee and a stroll around Lake Melville for photo‑ops.

Evening: Enjoy a hearty dinner at a local tavern, then settle into a cozy inn for a restful night in Stephenville.

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Day 2: Thursday – Ferry to Nova Scotia & Sydney Mines

Morning: Drive the short 2‑hour leg to Port aux Basques, check‑in by 9:45 am and board the 11:45 am ferry to North Sydney, NB. The crossing offers spectacular views of the Cabot Strait.

Afternoon: After disembarking in North Sydney, pick up a rental car and head 30 minutes to Sydney Mines. Visit the Cape Bronte Mines Museum and walk the Sydney Mines Heritage Trail to learn about the town’s coal‑mining past.

Evening: Dine on fresh Atlantic seafood at a harbour restaurant, then relax for the night at a boutique B&B in Sydney Mines.

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Day 3: Friday – Nova Scotia to New Brunswick (Moncton)

Morning: Depart Sydney Mines and drive to Halifax (≈2 hrs). Take a brief stop at the vibrant Halifax Waterfront for a walk and a coffee.

Afternoon: Continue the journey westward into New Brunswick, arriving in Moncton after about 4 hrs. Explore the quirky Magnetic Hill and the interactive history museum Resurgo Place.

Evening: Check into a downtown hotel, enjoy a casual dinner in Moncton, and rest up for the final leg of the trip.

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Day 4: Saturday – Moncton to Port Perry, Ontario

Morning: Leave Moncton early and cross into Quebec, then head toward Ottawa (≈7 hrs). Consider a quick coffee break in Brockville along the Rideau River.

Afternoon: After reaching the Ottawa area, drive the final 2 hrs to Port Perry, aiming to arrive by early evening.

Evening: Settle into your accommodation, stroll along the picturesque waterfront of Lake Scugog**, and enjoy dinner at a lakeside restaurant.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Stephenville Atrium – 1 hour – $0 (free)
  • Lake Melville – 1 hour – $0 (free)
  • Port aux Basques Ferry (round‑trip) – 4 hours – $120 CAD
  • Cape Bronte Mines Museum – 2 hours – $10 CAD
  • Sydney Mines Heritage Trail – 1.5 hours – $0 (free)
  • Halifax Waterfront – 1 hour – $0 (free)
  • Magnetic Hill – 1 hour – $5 CAD
  • Resurgo Place – 2 hours – $12 CAD
  • Brockville (optional stop) – 30 minutes – $0 (free)
  • Lake Scugog (Port Perry waterfront) – 2 hours – $0 (free)
  • Accommodation (4 nights) – – $560 CAD (average $140/night)
  • Meals (average $45/day) – – $180 CAD
  • Rental car & fuel (5 days) – – $350 CAD
  • Total Estimated Cost: $1,237 CAD

Tips

If you have extra time, consider adding a day in Halifax to explore the Citadel and the vibrant art scene, or extend your stay in Port Perry to enjoy the nearby Kawartha Lakes. To shorten the trip, you could skip the Halifax waterfront stop and drive straight from Sydney Mines to Moncton, reducing travel time by a few hours and saving on fuel.

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